Lightning Strike Sets Ridgewood Home On Fire

A New Jersey home took the brunt of a lightning strike during a thunderstorm on Tuesday that set it on fire, police said.

Three dogs were rescued after the afternoon lightning strike set the Ridgewood attic on fire, according to police.

The strike was part of a series of storms that are expected to hit the region over the next few days. Read more: NJ Weather: Severe Thunderstorm Warning, Heat Kick Off July 4

Ridgewood, Waldwick and Ho-Ho-Kus firefighters responded to the Victorian home on Hillcrest Road following the strike around 3:30 p.m. No injuries were reported, according to Daily Voice.

This is a developing story. Patch will have more information as it comes in.